Safeguarding Unit Manager | Lancashire Safeguarding Business Unit | Full time | Preston (Hybrid)

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Job Description

Salary £44,711- £49,764 | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | Safeguarding - Adults | Preston

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Manager to join the Lancashire Safeguarding Business Unit (LSBU) which supports the Lancashire Children's Safeguarding Assurance Partnership (CSAP, Safeguarding Adults Board (SAB) and Child Death Overview Panel (CDOP).

You'll lead a high-performing team, drive strategic priorities, and ensure the effective delivery of safeguarding practices across Lancashire

As a Safeguarding Business Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage a team to ensure the delivery of the Safeguarding workplan and strategic objectives.
• Support the Senior Business Manager, Independent Scrutineer, and Chairs of Statutory Boards.
• Coordinate statutory reviews and ensure compliance with national guidance.
• Develop and monitor business plans, communication strategies, and inspection readiness promoting a culture of innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Use data and intelligence to inform decision-making and improve safeguarding outcomes.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Line management experience in a multi-agency environment.
• Practical knowledge of safeguarding reviews, policy development, and implementation.

Given the sensitive and emotional nature of the work, the ability to manage confidential and distressing information with resilience is essential.

Application Details:

• Closing Date: 4th June
• Interviews: To be confirmed

Application review is ongoing, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing this excellent opportunity.

Candidates will be shortlisted based on their suitability, knowledge, skills, and experience. To apply, please upload a CV and supporting statement that is no longer than three pages evidencing how you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.

For further queries, please contact Medina Patel, Senior Business Manager, via email at medina.patel@lancashire.gov.uk or by phone on 01772 533 368.

Why join us?

At Lancashire County Council, you can shape a career path that suits you, with opportunities for personal and professional development, including qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. This is the place to build the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions and optional Additional Voluntary Contributions.
• 26 days of annual leave (rising with length of service), plus 8 Bank Holidays and 2 additional statutory days. You also have the option to purchase additional leave.
• Access to our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, offering savings with a wide range of UK retailers-from weekly groceries to white goods and vehicles.

Job Description & Person Specification